NOTE: Football is sport where the majority of fans may know the names and numbers of the players but seldom see their faces and get to know them personally. In an effort to introduce the members of the 2023 JHHS football team, Jackson Parish Journal correspondent, Clay Williams, presents a question and answer interview series with Tiger players. Today – Braylon Edwards
Meet The Tigers
What’s your name, grade, number, and position?
Braylon Leonard, 12 th Grade, 51, OL/DL
What are your hobbies outside of football?
I’ve really been into gardening lately and trying to be self-sufficient by growing my own food.
What is your favorite football movie?
Friday Night Lights is an easy choice for me.
What is your favorite subject in school?
History, because I find it to be really easy, specifically U.S. History.
What is your best memory from playing football so far?
Making it to the semifinals was unforgettable, especially with how we were leading early in the game.
Who would you say is your biggest motivation in life?
Honestly myself. I push myself to get better every day and try to find any inspiration I can to keep going through all that comes my way in life.
Are there any college or NFL players that you take inspiration from?
I want to play like Von Miller, but I’m not on his level yet.
Any advice for younger players on the team or at the junior high?
Be patient and never stop working. If you put the work in, it’ll pay off in the end.
What is something important a coach has taught you?
They’ve taught me a lot of techniques that have led to me becoming a better player.
What are your plans after graduation?
I want to go to a local college and study psychology, because I like learning about the human brain. I’m also interested in studying anything about plants in college.
Lastly, what are your goals this season for yourself, and the team?
For the team, we just need to put the work in and then hopefully that will lead to as much success as possible. For myself, I want to try my best to make an impact on the team, and maybe that will lead to me being able to play in college.
Fantastic Interview! I Believe In You! I Know You Will Be Successful In Life. Keep Up The Positive Attitude and The Strong Determination To Give The Very Best Of You. We Love You So Much! Wishing You The Best In Life. Your Leonard Family. Aunt Sissy
Braylon Leonard, Tiger 2023 JHHS football team member, congratulations and
blessings for being chosen to have been interviewed by Jackson Parish Journal correspondent, Clay Williams. One question that wasn’t asked, your parents name. I am a member of the Leonard’s family and I would like to know where to place Braylon on our Leonard’s Family tree!